Volvo XC90: Key, locks and alarm / Alarm
The alarm emits sound and light signals if anyone without a valid remote key
attempts to break into the vehicle or interferes with the start battery or alarm
siren.
Alarm indicator

A red indicator light on the dashboard shows the status of the alarm:
- Indicator off - the alarm is disarmed.
- Indicator flashes once every two seconds - the alarm is armed.
- The indicator flashes quickly after the alarm has been disabled for up to
30 seconds or until the ignition is put in I mode – the alarm has been
triggered.
When armed, the alarm will be triggered if:
- the hood, tailgate or any door is opened.
- a battery cable is disconnected.
- the alarm siren is disconnected.
Alarm signals
The following occurs if the alarm is triggered:
- A siren will sound for 30 seconds or until the alarm is turned off.
- The hazard warning flashers will flash for 5 minutes or until the alarm
is turned off.
If the reason the alarm was triggered is not rectified, the alarm cycle will
repeat up to 10 times1.
Symbols and messages

NOTE
Do not attempt to repair or alter any of the components in the alarm system
yourself. Any such attempt could affect the terms and conditions of your insurance
policy.
1 Certain markets only.
Private locking is activated using the function button in the center display
and a PIN code.
NOTE
For the valet lock function to be activated the car must be in at least
ignition mode I...
The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle
is unlocked. The alarm can also be disarmed without a functioning key.
Arming and disarming the alarm
The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle is
unlocked...
Other information:
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC1) function helps the driver
avoid skidding and improves the vehicle's directional stability.
This symbol will be displayed in
the instrument panel when the system is intervening.
When the system has intervened to apply the brakes, a pulsing sound may be heard
and the vehicle may accelerate more slowly than expected when the accelerator pedal
is depressed...
As part of Volvo's commitment to safety and quality, certain information is
recorded regarding vehicle operation, functionality and incidents.
US market only:
EDR
This vehicle is equipped with an "Event Data Recorder" (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in ..